1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1980 Tatra T613
To start off, 1980 Tatra T613 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Tatra T613 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1980 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tatra |
| Model | Taft | T613 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2990 mm |
