1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 12 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 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 910 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.
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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Charger | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Chrysler | Steyr |
Model | Charger | 500D |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4341 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1850 mm |