1998 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 37 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 2,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 890 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero, 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 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Steyr |
| Model | Alero | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1850 mm |
