1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 44 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 1130 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Steyr | SsangYong |
| Model | 650T | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
