1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 1961 Steyr 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 654 kg more than 1961 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
Model | 170 V | 500 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |