1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1971 Abarth 595 is newer by 10 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 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Steyr 700C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 595 (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 595 should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Steyr 700C weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595.
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, 1971 Abarth 595 (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Abarth 595 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Abarth | Steyr |
| Model | 595 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
