1963 Steyr 650T vs. 1977 Volvo 164
To start off, 1977 Volvo 164 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T.
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, 1977 Volvo 164 (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Steyr 650T | 1977 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Steyr | Volvo |
| Model | 650T | 164 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3350 mm |
