1974 Seat 131 vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1974 Seat 131 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 131 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 131 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1964 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, 1974 Seat 131 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 131 | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Seat | Steyr |
| Model | 131 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |
