2002 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 43 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 720 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.
Because 1959 Steyr 500D is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Steyr 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Sunfire | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
Model | Sunfire | 500D |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1850 mm |