1979 Renault 15 vs. 1966 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 13 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 465 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 1966 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Renault | Steyr |
| Model | 15 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
