1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1962 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 1962 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Holden | Steyr |
| Model | Monaro | 650T |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
