2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1095 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 Nissan Frontier, 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Nissan | Steyr |
Model | Frontier | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 1850 mm |