1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1965 Steyr 650T is newer by 1 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 660 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Steyr 650T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Steyr 650T (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Steyr 650T should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T.
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, 1964 Steyr 650T (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Steyr 650T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Steyr | Steyr |
| Model | 650T | 650T |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
