1981 Tatra T613 vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1983 Toyota Starlet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1981 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Tatra T613 | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Tatra | Toyota |
Model | T613 | Starlet |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2310 mm |