1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 620 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 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 929 | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Mazda | Steyr |
Model | 929 | 650T |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |