1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 40 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1962 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, 1966 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Austin | Steyr |
Model | A 40 | 700C |
Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1950 mm |