1963 Steyr 650T 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 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Steyr 650T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Steyr 700C (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Steyr 700C should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Steyr 700C weights approximately 40 kg more than 1963 Steyr 650T. 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, 1967 Steyr 700C (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Steyr 700C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Steyr 650T | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Steyr | Steyr |
| Model | 650T | 700C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
