1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 1015 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 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Holden | Steyr |
| Model | Monaro | 500D |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
