2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Mazda | Tatra |
Model | RX-8 | T603 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2615 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |