1962 Steyr 700C vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 840 kg more than 1962 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Steyr 700C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Steyr 700C | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Steyr | Toyota |
Model | 700C | Solara |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 641 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2680 mm |