1963 Steyr 500D vs. 1982 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 538 cc (3 cylinders), 1982 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Suzuki Jimny (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1982 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Steyr 500D | 1982 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Steyr | Suzuki |
| Model | 500D | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 489 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
