1980 Nissan Skyline vs. 1962 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1980 Nissan Skyline is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 545 kg more than 1962 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, 1980 Nissan Skyline (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Skyline | 1962 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Skyline | 650T |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
