1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1500 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1500 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 460 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 Fiat 1500 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1500 | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Steyr |
Model | 1500 | 500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |