1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1977 Tatra T613
To start off, both 1977 Lancia Beta and 1977 Tatra T613 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Tatra T613 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta, 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, 1977 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 1977 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Lancia | Tatra |
Model | Beta | T613 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2990 mm |