2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 45 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1193 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Blazer | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 1850 mm |
