1961 Steyr 500 vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 1961 Steyr 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 493 cc (2 cylinders), 1957 Steyr 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Steyr 500 (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Steyr 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Steyr 500 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 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, both vehicles can yield 32 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Steyr 500 | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Steyr | Steyr |
Model | 500 | 500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 488 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |