1978 Tatra T613 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1978 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Tatra T613 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 1978 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 1978 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 1978 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Tatra T613 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Tatra | Mini |
| Model | T613 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2548 mm |
