1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
Model | 190 | 500 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |