1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 555 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Steyr |
Model | Punto | 500 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |