1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1968 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1950 mm |
