1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 14 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1962 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 Mercedes-Benz 200 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1962 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1962 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | 200 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1950 mm |
