1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1985 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1985 Holden Commodore is newer by 20 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Commodore weights approximately 720 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, 1985 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 1985 Holden Commodore 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. 1985 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Steyr 650T | 1985 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Steyr | Holden |
Model | 650T | Commodore |
Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |