1996 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 31 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 706 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire, 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 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Sunfire | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
Model | Sunfire | 650T |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1850 mm |