1992 Audi 100 vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1992 Audi 100 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 4,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 100 (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Because 1965 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 1965 Steyr 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100, 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, 1992 Audi 100 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 100 | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Audi | Steyr |
| Model | 100 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
