2005 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1968 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 1968 Tatra T603. 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, 1968 Tatra T603 (170 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1968 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1968 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1968 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Civic | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
