1982 Mazda 323 vs. 1966 Tatra T603
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 1966 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | 323 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
