2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000.
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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | B4000 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
