1969 Nissan Laurel vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1969 Nissan Laurel is newer by 4 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 1,813 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 510 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, 1969 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Nissan Laurel | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Nissan | Steyr |
Model | Laurel | 650T |
Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1813 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |