1968 Ford Escort vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 6 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 325 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, 1968 Ford Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | Escort | 500D |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |