1967 MG MGB vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1967 MG MGB is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 MG MGB weights approximately 342 kg more than 1961 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, 1967 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG MGB | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | MG | Steyr |
| Model | MGB | 700C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 1950 mm |
