1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1956 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | 929 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
