1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1349 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 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1960 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1960 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Silverado | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1850 mm |
