1964 Steyr 700C vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 48 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 990 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Steyr 700C | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 700C | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3090 mm |
