2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1958 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | B3000 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 1850 mm |
