1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 26 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aspire weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire, 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, 1994 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Aspire | 650T |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1850 mm |
