1978 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 455 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | Accord | 500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1850 mm |