1981 Tatra T613 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 32 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1981 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1981 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Tatra T613 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Tatra | Nissan |
| Model | T613 | Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
