1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2253 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Steyr 650T 2011 Chevrolet Express
Make Steyr Chevrolet
Model 650T Express
Year Released 1965 2011
Engine Size 643 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 20 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 500 kg 2753 kg
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 3429 mm


 

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