1966 Opel Rekord vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1966 Opel Rekord 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Opel Rekord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 525 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 Opel Rekord (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Opel Rekord | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Opel | Steyr |
Model | Rekord | 700C |
Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1950 mm |