2005 Renault Avantime vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1958 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime, 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, 2005 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Avantime | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Renault | Steyr |
Model | Avantime | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |