1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 590 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 1965 Steyr 650T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Steyr 650T | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Steyr | Toyota |
Model | 650T | Corolla |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |