2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1056 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.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Dodge | Steyr |
| Model | Dakota | 500D |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |
