2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1215 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | F-150 | 650T |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 1850 mm |
