2006 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Tatra T613. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Tatra T613 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 1980 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 1980 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1980 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | A6 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2990 mm |
