2002 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Tatra T603
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Tatra T603 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1971 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 1971 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 (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1971 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Accord | T603 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
