1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1968 Steyr 700C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1968 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, 1953 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 1900 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1950 mm |
