2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 41 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus Exige weights approximately 306 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.
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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Exige | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Lotus | Steyr |
Model | Exige | 500D |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1850 mm |