1965 Steyr 500D vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1417 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 500D | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Steyr | SsangYong |
| Model | 500D | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
