1998 Mazda 626 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 705 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | 626 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1850 mm |
