1971 Honda Life vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 641 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Steyr 700C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda Life (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Steyr 700C weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Honda Life.
Because 1962 Steyr 700C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Steyr 700C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Steyr 700C (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1962 Steyr 700C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Life | 700C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 1950 mm |
