2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2001 GMC Sonoma is newer by 33 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 970 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 2001 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | GMC | Steyr |
| Model | Sonoma | 650T |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1850 mm |
