1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 1970 Fiat 124 is newer by 9 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 450 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, 1970 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 124 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 19 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
