1964 Steyr 700C vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 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, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Steyr 700C | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700C | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |
