2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 290 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Steyr |
Model | Seicento | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1850 mm |