1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1982 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Jeep CJ7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Jeep CJ7 weights approximately 810 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.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1982 Jeep CJ7 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Jeep CJ7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Jeep | Steyr |
| Model | CJ7 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1850 mm |
