1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 30 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna 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, 1998 Fiat Duna, 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | Duna | 650T |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1850 mm |
