1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1966 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 560 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1966 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | Luce | 650T |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
