1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat 131 (53 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1967 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, 1979 Fiat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 131 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |
