1957 Steyr 500 vs. 1999 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 1999 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 42 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1394 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.

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, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (290 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Steyr 500 1999 Toyota 4Runner
Make Steyr Toyota
Model 500 4Runner
Year Released 1957 1999
Engine Size 493 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 16 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 32 Nm 290 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 445 kg 1839 kg
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2680 mm


 

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