1961 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1990 Tatra T613 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvair 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. 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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1961 Chevrolet Corvair | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
Model | Corvair | T613 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2368 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |