1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1964 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1964 Steyr 700C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Steyr 700C weights approximately 5 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1964 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Abarth | Steyr |
| Model | 750 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
