1960 Steyr 500 vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1973 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1973 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 379 kg more than 1960 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Steyr 500 | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 489 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 486 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
