1979 Tatra T613 vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1979 Tatra T613 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (134 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Tatra T613 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan. 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, 1979 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Tatra T613 | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Tatra | TVR |
Model | T613 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2290 mm |