1967 MG MGC vs. 1978 Tatra T613
To start off, 1978 Tatra T613 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGC.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG MGC | 1978 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | MG | Tatra |
| Model | MGC | T613 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2990 mm |
