1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1472 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Steyr | SsangYong |
| Model | 650T | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |
