1959 Steyr 500 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 53 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1292 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 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Steyr 500 | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Steyr | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2858 mm |
