1965 Steyr 500D vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1365 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 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 500D | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Steyr | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500D | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 489 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
