2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1978 Tatra T613
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Tatra T613 weights approximately 537 kg more than 2009 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, 1978 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1978 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Mazda | Tatra |
Model | MX-5 Miata | T613 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 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 | 1692 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 |