1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1978 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Familia weights approximately 324 kg more than 1963 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, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | Familia | 500D |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 489 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1850 mm |
