2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1964 Steyr 500
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 580 kg more than 1964 Steyr 500. 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Roadster | 1964 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Steyr |
Model | Roadster | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 489 cc |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1850 mm |