1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 353 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 Wartburg 353 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Wartburg 353 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 353 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 460 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.
Because 1965 Steyr 650T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 353, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Wartburg 353 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Steyr 650T | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Steyr | Wartburg |
Model | 650T | 353 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |