1970 Seat 124 vs. 1991 Tatra T613
To start off, 1991 Tatra T613 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tatra T613 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1970 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Seat 124 | 1991 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Seat | Tatra |
| Model | 124 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |
