1996 Honda CRX vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 570 kg more than 1963 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Steyr 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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 CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | CRX | 500D |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1850 mm |