1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 1105 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Steyr | Toyota |
Model | 650T | Corolla |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |