1949 Rover P4 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1965 Steyr 650T is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 951 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Rover P4 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Rover | Steyr |
Model | P4 | 650T |
Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2102 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |