1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1963 Steyr 700C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1963 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, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Morgan | Steyr |
Model | 4 Plus 2100 | 700C |
Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1950 mm |