1959 Steyr 500 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 46 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 570 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 1959 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 1959 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Steyr 500 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Steyr | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |