1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 1983 Tatra T613 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 802 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1983 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tatra |
| Model | Alfasud | T613 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |
