2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 678 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.
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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 500D |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1850 mm |
