2002 Honda Accord vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 1955 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Accord | T603 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
