1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 1983 Tatra T613 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Abarth | Tatra |
| Model | 700 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 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 | 560 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2990 mm |
