1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | 616 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1950 mm |
