1988 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1967 Steyr 650T

To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 625 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.

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, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Mitsubishi Starion 1967 Steyr 650T
Make Mitsubishi Steyr
Model Starion 650T
Year Released 1988 1967
Engine Size 1995 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 102 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 500 kg


 

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