2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2004 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, 1990 Tatra T613 (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1990 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Caterham | Tatra |
| Model | 7 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2990 mm |
