1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1963 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 560 kg more than 1963 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1963 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | Barchetta | 650T |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1850 mm |
