1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1966 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 628 kg more than 1966 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 Ford Cortina (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1966 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | Cortina | 650T |
Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1850 mm |