1978 Holden GTS vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS is newer by 19 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 995 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Holden | Steyr |
Model | GTS | 500D |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |