1941 Citroen 15 vs. 1966 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1966 Steyr 700C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1966 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Steyr 700C 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 1966 Steyr 700C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 Citroen 15, 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, 1941 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1941 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Citroen 15 | 1966 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | 15 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 1950 mm |
