1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 23 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Steyr | Suzuki |
| Model | 650T | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2490 mm |
