1976 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1957 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, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500. 1976 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1957 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler Sedan | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Steyr |
Model | Sedan | 500 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
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 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 1850 mm |