1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 981 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 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, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Abarth | Steyr |
Model | Mono 1000 | 500 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |