1963 Steyr 700C vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 9 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 365 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Steyr 700C | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Steyr | Toyota |
Model | 700C | Corona |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2440 mm |