1964 Steyr 650T vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 31 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 885 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Steyr 650T | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 650T | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |
