1980 Renault 14 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1980 Renault 14 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 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 14 (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 14 weights approximately 365 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 Renault 14, 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 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 14 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Renault | Steyr |
| Model | 14 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
