2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1961 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Ranger | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 1850 mm |
