1996 Audi A6 vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 39 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1957 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Steyr |
| Model | A6 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |
