1994 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 740 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, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | Accord | 500D |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |