1967 Steyr 500 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 37 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1026 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, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500. 2004 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1967 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Steyr 500 2004 Toyota Camry
Make Steyr Toyota
Model 500 Camry
Year Released 1967 2004
Engine Size 489 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 19 HP 223 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 32 Nm 326 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 480 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2730 mm


 

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