2002 Honda Life vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 34 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 290 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 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Life | 650T |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1850 mm |
