1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1965 Tatra T603.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | B2500 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
