2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Exige weights approximately 375 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Lotus | Steyr |
Model | Exige | 650T |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1850 mm |