1964 Austin Princess vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 1964 Austin Princess is newer by 6 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1735 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Austin | Steyr |
Model | Princess | 500 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 1850 mm |