2002 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 1973 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 1973 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 1973 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Civic | T603 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
