1999 Holden Commodore vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 34 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 1110 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.
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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Commodore | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Holden | Steyr |
| Model | Commodore | 650T |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1850 mm |
