2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1982 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 34 kg more than 1982 Tatra T613.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 1982 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Seat | Tatra |
| Model | Alhambra | T613 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2990 mm |
