1973 Tatra T613 vs. 1986 Toyota Century
To start off, 1986 Toyota Century is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Century weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Tatra T613.
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 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T613. 1986 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1973 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1973 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Tatra T613 | 1986 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T613 | Century |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2870 mm |
