1991 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 520 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Steyr 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | Accord | 500D |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1850 mm |