1965 Steyr 700C vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 1975 Toyota Century is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1965 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 700C | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 700C | Century |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2870 mm |
