1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1970 Abarth 595 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 595 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 595 (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 595 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Steyr 500D weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595.
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, 1970 Abarth 595 (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 595 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Abarth | Steyr |
| Model | 595 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
