2009 Saturn Sky vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 44 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 844 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.
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, 2009 Saturn Sky (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Sky | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Saturn | Steyr |
| Model | Sky | 650T |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
