1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 9 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 140 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, 1974 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Steyr | Volvo |
| Model | 650T | 140 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |
