2006 Renault Clio vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 550 kg more than 1962 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Steyr 500D is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Steyr 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Renault | Steyr |
| Model | Clio | 500D |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1850 mm |
