1961 Steyr 700C vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 44 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1109 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Steyr 700C | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 700C | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3250 mm |
