1962 Steyr 500D vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 1993 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 880 kg more than 1962 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D. 1993 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1962 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1962 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Steyr 500D 1993 Toyota Lexcen
Make Steyr Toyota
Model 500D Lexcen
Year Released 1962 1993
Engine Size 489 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 19 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 32 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 480 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2740 mm


 

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