1988 Honda Legend vs. 1968 Steyr 650T

To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 920 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Steyr 650T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda Legend 1968 Steyr 650T
Make Honda Steyr
Model Legend 650T
Year Released 1988 1968
Engine Size 2675 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 175 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 1850 mm