1991 Nissan Vanette vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 27 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 930 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, 1991 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Vanette | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Vanette | 650T |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |
