2005 Honda Civic vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1948 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | Honda | Tatra |
Model | Civic | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1176 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |