1963 Steyr 700C vs. 1970 Toyota Carina

To start off, 1970 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Carina weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 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, 1970 Toyota Carina (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Steyr 700C 1970 Toyota Carina
Make Steyr Toyota
Model 700C Carina
Year Released 1963 1970
Engine Size 643 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 20 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 41 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 540 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 3190 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 1950 mm 2430 mm


 

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