2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 757 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 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
| Model | Vibe | 650T |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |
