1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 36 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 weights approximately 370 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Hyundai | Steyr |
| Model | Euro 1 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
