1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1222 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.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Caprice | 650T |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1850 mm |
