1971 Honda Z vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1971 Honda Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 Steyr 650T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda Z (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Honda Z weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Steyr 650T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Steyr 650T (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Steyr 650T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Z | 650T |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
