1995 Rover 400 vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1995 Rover 400 is newer by 33 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 400 weights approximately 640 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, 1995 Rover 400, 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, 1995 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 400 | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Rover | Steyr |
Model | 400 | 500D |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |