2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 945 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.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | Tribute | 500D |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |
