1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 48 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 930 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 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Steyr | Subaru |
| Model | 650T | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |
