1977 Opel Monza vs. 1966 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 867 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 Opel Monza (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 1966 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Opel | Steyr |
| Model | Monza | 650T |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |
