1967 Steyr 700C vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 470 kg more than 1967 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Steyr 700C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Steyr 700C | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Steyr | Suzuki |
| Model | 700C | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 642 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2210 mm |
