1963 Steyr 650T vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 680 kg more than 1963 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Steyr 650T | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 650T | Celica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |
