2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 40 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 1020 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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | GAZ | Steyr |
| Model | 3111 | 500D |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1850 mm |
