1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 9 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 460 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
| Model | Giulia | 700C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1950 mm |
