1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Tatra T613

To start off, both 1984 Ford Fiesta and 1984 Tatra T613 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 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 1984 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1984 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Ford Fiesta 1984 Tatra T613
Make Ford Tatra
Model Fiesta T613
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1117 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 49 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 775 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2990 mm


 

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