1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 27 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 610 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, 1989 Honda Concerto, 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | Concerto | 500D |
Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1850 mm |