1966 Steyr 650T vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 610 kg more than 1966 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Steyr 650T | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 650T | Celica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 641 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
