1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1989 Toyota Model F

To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 24 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 800 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, 1989 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 1989 Toyota Model F 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. 1989 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Steyr 650T 1989 Toyota Model F
Make Steyr Toyota
Model 650T Model F
Year Released 1965 1989
Engine Size 643 cc 1812 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 20 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 500 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2240 mm


 

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