1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1967 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1967 ZAZ Jalta is newer by 2 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 887 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 ZAZ Jalta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 ZAZ Jalta (27 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 ZAZ Jalta should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 ZAZ Jalta weights approximately 130 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, 1967 ZAZ Jalta (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 ZAZ Jalta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 1967 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Steyr | ZAZ |
| Model | 650T | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
