2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 645 kg more than 1958 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
Model | Prizm | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1850 mm |