1977 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 950 kg more than 1963 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, 1977 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Nova | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Nova | 700C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1950 mm |
