2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 925 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | Tribute | 650T |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |
