1959 Steyr 500D vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1070 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 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Steyr 500D | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Steyr | Subaru |
| Model | 500D | Forester |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 488 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2616 mm |
