1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1967 Steyr 500
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 657 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1967 Steyr 500.
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, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 (85 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 1967 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | AZ-1 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 19 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1850 mm |
