1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 47 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1491 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, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Steyr 650T | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Steyr | Nissan |
Model | 650T | Quest |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3000 mm |