1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1965 Steyr 650T is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1965 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, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | 650T | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
