2006 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1958 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Honda | Tatra |
Model | Civic | T603 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |