1983 Tatra T613 vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1983 Tatra T613 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph TR6 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 17 more horse power than 1969 Triumph TR6. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1969 Triumph TR6. 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 @ 3300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph TR6. (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Tatra T613 | 1969 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Tatra | Triumph |
| Model | T613 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 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 | 1692 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2240 mm |
