1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1970 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 5 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 530 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, 1970 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Sunbeam Rapier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 1970 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Steyr | Sunbeam |
| Model | 650T | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
