1957 Steyr 500 vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 45 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 800 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina, 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1957 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Steyr 500 | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Steyr | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |