1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1971 Dodge Dart is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Dart (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 815 kg more than 1965 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Dodge | Steyr |
| Model | Dart | 700C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1950 mm |
