1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1978 Tatra T613
To start off, 1978 Tatra T613 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 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) has 118 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alpine A 108 | 1978 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Alpine | Tatra |
Model | A 108 | T613 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 904 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 167 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 550 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2990 mm |