1965 Steyr 700C vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1965 Steyr 700C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. Both 1965 Steyr 700C and 1961 Steyr 700C are equipped with a 643 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Steyr 700C (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Steyr 700C should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C.
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, 1961 Steyr 700C (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Steyr 700C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 700C | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Steyr | Steyr |
| Model | 700C | 700C |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
