1968 Steyr 700C vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1144 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Steyr 700C | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | 700C | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3090 mm |
