1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1980 Buick Century is newer by 15 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 930 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, 1980 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Steyr 650T | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | Steyr | Buick |
Model | 650T | Century |
Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |