1996 Renault 19 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 37 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 665 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault 19 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Renault | Steyr |
| Model | 19 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
