1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 14 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 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Fiat | Steyr |
Model | 132 | 500D |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1754 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1850 mm |