1985 Opel Kadett vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 26 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Kadett weights approximately 294 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, 1985 Opel Kadett (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Opel | Steyr |
| Model | Kadett | 500D |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1850 mm |
