1980 Ford Capri vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 1980 Ford Capri is newer by 22 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Capri weights approximately 551 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, 1980 Ford Capri (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Capri | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Capri | 500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1850 mm |
