1963 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1965 Steyr 500D is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 490 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr 500D is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Steyr 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lancia Fulvia (116 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Fulvia | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Lancia | Steyr |
| Model | Fulvia | 500D |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1850 mm |
