1961 Steyr 700C vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 47 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 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 475 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.
Because 1961 Steyr 700C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Steyr 700C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Steyr 700C | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 700C | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2380 mm |
