1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 520 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
| Model | Taft | 650T |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
