1954 Austin A vs. 1974 Tatra T613
To start off, 1974 Tatra T613 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 285 kg more than 1974 Tatra T613.
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, 1954 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 1974 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Austin | Tatra |
| Model | A | T613 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2990 mm |
