2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 516 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Mazda | Tatra |
Model | B2300 | T603 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |