1968 Steyr 700C vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 642 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Steyr 700C | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 700C | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2640 mm |
