1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1334 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Steyr 650T 2013 Toyota Tacoma
Make Steyr Toyota
Model 650T Tacoma
Year Released 1965 2013
Engine Size 643 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 20 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 500 kg 1834 kg
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 5286 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1775 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 3246 mm