1959 Steyr 500D vs. 1990 Honda Integra
To start off, 1990 Honda Integra is newer by 31 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Integra weights approximately 530 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.
Because 1959 Steyr 500D 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 1959 Steyr 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra, 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, 1990 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Steyr 500D | 1990 Honda Integra | |
Make | Steyr | Honda |
Model | 500D | Integra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 488 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |