1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1960 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 130 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
