1965 Steyr 500D vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo is newer by 47 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 385 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 1965 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 1965 Steyr 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Aygo, 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 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 500D | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 500D | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 489 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
