1993 Renault 21 vs. 1966 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1993 Renault 21 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 21 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1966 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Steyr 650T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 21 | 1966 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Renault | Steyr |
| Model | 21 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1850 mm |
