1977 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 13 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 2,616 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 610 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, 1977 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda RX-4 | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | RX-4 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
