1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 45 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 1420 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 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Steyr | Tata |
| Model | 650T | Safari |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
