1966 Steyr 700C vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 2106 kg more than 1966 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Steyr 700C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 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, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C. 2010 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Steyr 700C | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Steyr | Land Rover |
| Model | 700C | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2885 mm |
