2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500.
Because 1966 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 1966 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan, 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 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Milan | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Mercury | Steyr |
Model | Milan | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |