1961 Steyr 500 vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 910 kg more than 1961 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500. 1995 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1961 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Steyr 500 | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Steyr | Ford |
Model | 500 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 488 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |