1975 Tatra T613 vs. 2000 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2000 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T613 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Tatra T613 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 ZAZ Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Tatra T613 | 2000 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Tatra | ZAZ |
| Model | T613 | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2330 mm |
