1967 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1967 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Jeep CJ5 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, 1967 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jeep CJ5 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Jeep | Steyr |
| Model | CJ5 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
