1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | 323 | T600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
