1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 670 kg more than 1959 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 Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | Luce | 500D |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
