1958 Steyr 500 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1961 Triumph Herald is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph Herald (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Triumph Herald weights approximately 295 kg more than 1958 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, 1961 Triumph Herald (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Steyr 500 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Steyr | Triumph |
Model | 500 | Herald |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 493 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2320 mm |