2008 Seat Altea vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 27 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea.
Because 1981 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 1981 Tatra T613. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea, 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, 2008 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Altea | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Seat | Tatra |
| Model | Altea | T613 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1430 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2990 mm |
