1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1962 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 913 kg more than 1962 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1962 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Camaro | 650T |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
