1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 415 kg more than 1959 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Steyr |
| Model | Lancer | 500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |
