2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 48 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 665 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, 2007 Fiat Strada, 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Steyr |
Model | Strada | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1850 mm |