1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 16 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 654 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Mazda | Steyr |
Model | 121 | 500D |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |