2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1252 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1983 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Caterham | Tatra |
Model | 7 | T613 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2990 mm |