2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V.
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 HR-V, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | HR-V | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
