1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Tatra T613
To start off, 1987 Tatra T613 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Tatra T613 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1987 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tatra |
Model | Alfasud | T613 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |