1964 Steyr 650T vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1969 TVR Tuscan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Tuscan (134 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 410 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, 1969 TVR Tuscan (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Steyr 650T | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Steyr | TVR |
| Model | 650T | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
