2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Steyr 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Steyr |
Model | 6 | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1850 mm |