1972 Nissan Laurel vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 1972 Nissan Laurel is newer by 13 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 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 565 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, 1972 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Laurel | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Nissan | Steyr |
Model | Laurel | 500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1815 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |