1961 Steyr 700C vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR-S weights approximately 430 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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Steyr 700C | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 700C | MR-S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2610 mm |
