1996 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 522 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | Civic | 500D |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |