1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 965 kg more than 1958 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Steyr |
Model | Valiant | 500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |