1990 Opel Lotus Omega vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 1163 kg more than 1964 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Opel | Steyr |
| Model | Lotus Omega | 650T |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1850 mm |
