1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 34 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 895 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Holden | Steyr |
| Model | Commodore | 500D |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1850 mm |
