2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 43 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 525 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 1965 Steyr 650T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
| Model | Materia | 650T |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
