1958 BMW Isetta vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1990 Tatra T613 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1958 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1958 BMW Isetta. 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.
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1958 BMW Isetta | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
Make | BMW | Tatra |
Model | Isetta | T613 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 167 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2990 mm |