2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1973 Tatra T613
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T613 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1973 Tatra T613 (270 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (245 Nm). This means 1973 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1973 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | T613 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2990 mm |
