2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 51 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 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 1956 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | 6 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
