1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 21 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 520 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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Hyundai | Steyr |
| Model | Stellar | 500D |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |
