1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 805 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 1965 Steyr 650T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Steyr 650T | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Steyr | Honda |
Model | 650T | Civic |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |