1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 504 kg more than 1967 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 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Lancia | Steyr |
| Model | Beta | 700C |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1950 mm |
