2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1977 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1977 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Tatra T613 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1977 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 1977 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 1977 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 1977 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Smart | Tatra |
| Model | ForFour | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
