1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 21 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 930 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Peugeot | Steyr |
Model | 505 | 500 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1850 mm |