1958 Steyr 500 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 15 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 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 545 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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (196 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Steyr 500 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Steyr | Vauxhall |
| Model | 500 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
