1984 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1984 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Mustang weights approximately 685 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, 1984 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Mustang | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | Mustang | 650T |
Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1850 mm |