1953 Ford Consul vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1967 Steyr 700C is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ford Consul (40 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 510 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, 1953 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Consul | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | Consul | 700C |
Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 642 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 24 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1950 mm |