1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1535 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.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Steyr 700C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Patrol | 700C |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 1950 mm |
