1968 Skoda 1202 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1968 Skoda 1202 is newer by 3 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 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Skoda 1202 (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 605 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, 1968 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Skoda 1202 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Skoda | Steyr |
| Model | 1202 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1850 mm |
