1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Westfield ZEI is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 220 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, 2001 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Steyr | Westfield |
| Model | 650T | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 720 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 |
