1988 Honda Legend vs. 1959 Steyr 500

To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 29 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 855 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.

Because 1959 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 1959 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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