2001 MCC ForTwo vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 2001 MCC ForTwo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 599 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 MCC ForTwo (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1961 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 MCC ForTwo (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC ForTwo | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | MCC | Steyr |
Model | ForTwo | 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |