1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 500 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr 650T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Horizon (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Plymouth | Steyr |
| Model | Horizon | 650T |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1850 mm |
