2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1565 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.
Because 1959 Steyr 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (286 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
Model | Venture | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 32 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1850 mm |