2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 885 kg more than 1957 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | S-MX | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
