1973 Honda Life vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 1973 Honda Life is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 487 cc (2 cylinders), 1966 Steyr 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Life (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda Life weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Steyr 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Steyr 500 (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1966 Steyr 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | Life | 500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 1850 mm |