1963 Skoda Octavia vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1964 Steyr 650T is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Skoda Octavia (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 420 kg more than 1964 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, 1963 Skoda Octavia (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Skoda Octavia | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Skoda | Steyr |
| Model | Octavia | 650T |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
