1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 12 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 660 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Steyr 650T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 30 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, 1964 Steyr 650T (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Steyr 650T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Steyr |
| Model | Minica | 650T |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
