1966 Steyr 500 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 46 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 965 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 1966 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 1966 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Steyr 500 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Steyr | Kia |
| Model | 500 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 487 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2639 mm |
