1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Mazda | Tatra |
Model | MX-5 Miata | T603 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |