1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 46 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 1070 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 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Steyr | Audi |
| Model | 650T | A3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2578 mm |
