2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1965 Steyr 650T

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 35 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 280 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 1965 Steyr 650T
Make Mazda Steyr
Model Familia 650T
Year Released 2000 1965
Engine Size 1272 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 1850 mm


 

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