1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 990 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.
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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
Model | Alfa 6 | 500D |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |