2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 43 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1682 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Hyundai | Steyr |
| Model | Terracan | 500D |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |
