2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 905 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 1957 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 1957 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Steyr |
Model | Bravo | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1850 mm |