2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Subaru | Tatra |
| Model | Impreza | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2990 mm |
