1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 33 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Sierra weights approximately 565 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.
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, 1992 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | Sierra | 500 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1850 mm |