1984 Renault 5 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 436 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Renault | Steyr |
| Model | 5 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
