1970 Opel Commodore vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1970 Opel Commodore 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 630 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 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Commodore | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Opel | Steyr |
| Model | Commodore | 700C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1950 mm |
