1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Familia weights approximately 264 kg more than 1962 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | Familia | 500D |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 1850 mm |
