1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1967 Steyr 650T

To start off, 1967 Steyr 650T is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1967 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, 1950 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Austin A 40 1967 Steyr 650T
Make Austin Steyr
Model A 40 650T
Year Released 1950 1967
Engine Size 1200 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 1850 mm


 

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