2004 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Tatra T613
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Tatra T613. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1979 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | A6 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
