1985 Holden Drover vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover 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, 1985 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Holden | Steyr |
Model | Drover | 500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |