1985 Skoda L vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 404 kg more than 1960 Steyr 500. 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 Skoda L (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Skoda | Steyr |
| Model | L | 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
