1959 Steyr 500D vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 41 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1240 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 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Steyr 500D | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Steyr | Toyota |
Model | 500D | Tundra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 488 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3270 mm |