2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1966 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Discovery | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Steyr |
| Model | Discovery | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
