2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2001 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Express | 500D |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 1850 mm |
