2005 Morgan 4 vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 4 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan 4 | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Morgan | Steyr |
Model | 4 | 500D |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1850 mm |