2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 824 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 600 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.
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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 958 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotec C 1000 | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Lotec | Steyr |
Model | C 1000 | 500D |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |