1980 Opel Ascona vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1980 Opel Ascona is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Ascona (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 530 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Ascona | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Opel | Steyr |
Model | Ascona | 500D |
Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |