1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1960 Steyr 500

To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1960 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ford Aerostar 1960 Steyr 500
Make Ford Steyr
Model Aerostar 500
Year Released 1994 1960
Engine Size 2978 cc 489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 486 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 1850 mm