1969 Ford 17 vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1969 Ford 17 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford 17 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1963 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, 1969 Ford 17 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford 17 | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | 17 | 500D |
Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |