1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 11 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 660 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Steyr | Holden |
| Model | 650T | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |
