1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1229 kg more than 1960 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, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Impala | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
Model | Impala | 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 1850 mm |