1959 Steyr 500 vs. 1989 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 537 cc (3 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Jimny (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 245 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Steyr 500 | 1989 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Steyr | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
