1984 Tatra T613 vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1984 Tatra T613 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. 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 129 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 1984 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Tatra T613 | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
Model | T613 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |