1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 755 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.
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, 1993 Ford Scorpio (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Scorpio | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | Scorpio | 650T |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |