1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 775 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | Luce | 500D |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 489 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1850 mm |
