1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1966 Tatra T603
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 33 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 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 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1966 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | B2500 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| 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 | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| 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 |
