1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 5 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 784 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | AMC | Steyr |
| Model | Gremlin | 650T |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
