1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 7 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 540 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.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
| Model | Alfetta | 700C |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1950 mm |
