1963 Steyr 650T vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 31 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 232 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.
Because 1963 Steyr 650T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Steyr 650T | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 650T | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |
