2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 590 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Steyr 500D 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 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Fabia | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Skoda | Steyr |
| Model | Fabia | 500D |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1850 mm |
