2009 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Steyr 500

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 587 kg more than 1957 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1957 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi A4 1957 Steyr 500
Make Audi Steyr
Model A4 500
Year Released 2009 1957
Engine Size 1984 cc 493 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 211 HP 16 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1032 kg 445 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 1850 mm