1959 Steyr 500D vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1965 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. 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, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Steyr 500D | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Steyr | Triumph |
Model | 500D | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 488 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |