1984 Tatra T613 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1984 Tatra T613 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire 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 105 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Tatra T613 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Tatra | Triumph |
| Model | T613 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2110 mm |
