1971 Opel Rekord vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1971 Opel Rekord 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 585 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 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Opel | Steyr |
| Model | Rekord | 500D |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1850 mm |
