1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1978 Tatra T613
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Tatra T613 weights approximately 978 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990, 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, 1978 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1978 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Tatra |
| Model | 990 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2990 mm |
