1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1967 Steyr 700C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1967 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Austin | Steyr |
| Model | A 90 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1950 mm |
