1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 1960 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Bluebird (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 480 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.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird 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, 1960 Nissan Bluebird (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Bluebird | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1850 mm |
