1997 Nissan Presea vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 1997 Nissan Presea is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Presea weights approximately 550 kg more than 1961 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Presea, 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, 1997 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Presea | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Presea | 500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1850 mm |
