1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 38 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 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 244 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Steyr |
Model | Seicento | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1850 mm |