1958 Opel Kapitan 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 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Opel Kapitan (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Opel Kapitan should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 675 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Opel Kapitan | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Opel | Steyr |
| Model | Kapitan | 700C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1950 mm |
