1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1962 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1962 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1962 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1962 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1962 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Caprice | 650T |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1850 mm |
