1963 Steyr 500D vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 49 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 979 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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Steyr 500D | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Steyr | Honda |
| Model | 500D | Accord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 489 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2799 mm |
