1976 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1966 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1966 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
| Model | GTV | 700C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1950 mm |
