1983 Opel Senator vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 780 kg more than 1965 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 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Senator | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Opel | Steyr |
Model | Senator | 700C |
Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1950 mm |