1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1981 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1595 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.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Patrol | 500D |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 1850 mm |
