1987 Ford Falcon vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1987 Ford Falcon is newer by 22 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 870 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, 1987 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Falcon | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | Falcon | 650T |
Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1850 mm |