2006 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1966 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Accord | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1850 mm |
