2001 Honda Life vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Life weights approximately 310 kg more than 1966 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 2001 Honda Life (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Life | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1850 mm |
