1965 Steyr 700C vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 31 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1996 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 700C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 700C | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Steyr | Suzuki |
| Model | 700C | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2490 mm |
