1999 Honda Prelude vs. 1966 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 740 kg more than 1966 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude, 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Prelude | 1966 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Prelude | 650T |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1850 mm |
