1964 Steyr 650T vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 39 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1400 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.

Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1964 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1964 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Steyr 650T 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Steyr Toyota
Model 650T Land Cruiser
Year Released 1964 2003
Engine Size 643 cc 3993 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 20 HP 246 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 41 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 500 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2800 mm