1971 Rover 2000 vs. 1991 Tatra T613
To start off, 1991 Tatra T613 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 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 61 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tatra T613 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 1991 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Rover | Tatra |
| Model | 2000 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2990 mm |
