1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 3 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), 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero weights approximately 105 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Abarth | Steyr |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 32 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |