1991 Rover 100 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 26 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 100 weights approximately 370 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Rover | Steyr |
| Model | 100 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
