1996 Honda Today vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1996 Honda Today 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Today weights approximately 230 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 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | Today | 500D |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |