1980 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1980 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 18 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 610 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.
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, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda Cosmo | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Mazda | Steyr |
Model | Cosmo | 500D |
Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |