1960 Steyr 500 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1577 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.

Because 1960 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 1960 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Steyr 500 2011 Nissan Quest
Make Steyr Nissan
Model 500 Quest
Year Released 1960 2011
Engine Size 489 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 19 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 32 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Vehicle Weight 486 kg 2063 kg
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1854 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 3000 mm


 

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