1965 Steyr 700C vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 44 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1383 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C. 2009 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 700C | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Steyr | SsangYong |
| Model | 700C | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3010 mm |
