1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (95 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1965 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 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Peugeot | Steyr |
Model | 505 | 500D |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1850 mm |