1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1040 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1963 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1963 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Caprice | 700C |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1950 mm |
