2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1977 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Tatra T613 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 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, 1977 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1977 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2990 mm |
