2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 977 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 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Kia | Steyr |
| Model | Sportage | 500D |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
