2009 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Steyr 500
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1967 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Steyr 500 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 1967 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1967 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | Accord | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |