1975 Opel Ascona vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1975 Opel Ascona is newer by 12 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 510 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Opel Ascona | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Opel | Steyr |
Model | Ascona | 500D |
Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1850 mm |