1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 35 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 322 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, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | 650T | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
