1957 Steyr 500 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 493 cc (2 cylinders), 1957 Steyr 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Suzuki Fronte (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Suzuki Fronte (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Steyr 500 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Steyr | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
