1950 Rover P4 vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1965 Steyr 700C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. 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, 1950 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1950 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Rover P4 | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Rover | Steyr |
Model | P4 | 700C |
Year Released | 1950 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2103 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1950 mm |