1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1964 Steyr 500
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1964 Steyr 500. 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 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1964 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Steyr |
Model | Aspen | 500 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 489 cc |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1850 mm |