1979 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 39 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 592 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1983 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tatra |
| Model | GTV | T613 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1692 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2990 mm |
