1963 Steyr 700C vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corona is newer by 11 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 660 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 700C | Corona |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2510 mm |
