1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1963 Abarth 1600 is newer by 1 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 264 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Abarth | Steyr |
Model | 1600 | 500D |
Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 1850 mm |