1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1992 Westfield ZEI 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 225 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Steyr | Westfield |
| Model | 650T | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
