1973 Morgan 4 vs. 1986 Tatra T613
To start off, 1986 Tatra T613 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1973 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4. 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, 1986 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morgan 4 | 1986 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Morgan | Tatra |
| Model | 4 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
