1959 Steyr 500D vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 is newer by 37 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 1360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Steyr 500D | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Steyr | Tatra |
| Model | 500D | T700 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 488 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3140 mm |
