1963 Steyr 500D vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 775 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 1963 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 1963 Steyr 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Steyr 500D | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Steyr | Toyota |
Model | 500D | Corolla |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 489 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2601 mm |