1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1963 Steyr 500D is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 972 kg more than 1963 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Steyr |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 500D |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1850 mm |
