1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1967 Steyr 700C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Opel Rekord (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 430 kg more than 1967 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Opel | Steyr |
Model | Rekord | 700C |
Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 642 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1950 mm |