1983 Citroen BX vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 419 kg more than 1962 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Steyr 500D is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Steyr 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen BX (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | BX | 500D |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
