2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | Roadster | T603 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
