1992 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1992 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 33 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 699 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.
Because 1959 Steyr 500D is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Steyr 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Mazda MX-6 (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda MX-6 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | MX-6 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1850 mm |
