1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1966 Ford 12 M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 415 kg more than 1962 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford 12 M | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | 12 M | 500D |
Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1850 mm |