1979 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 20 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 1,811 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler 1609 (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 620 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, 1979 Chrysler 1609 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 1609 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Chrysler | Steyr |
| Model | 1609 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1811 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |
