1958 Morris Minor vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1961 Steyr 700C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morris Minor (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Minor weights approximately 250 kg more than 1961 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 Morris Minor (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Morris | Steyr |
| Model | Minor | 700C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1950 mm |
