1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1975 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | Cosmo | T603 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
