1988 Nissan Vanette vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 1988 Nissan Vanette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 950 kg more than 1961 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, 1988 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan Vanette | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Nissan | Steyr |
Model | Vanette | 500 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |