1987 Renault 5 vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 24 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 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 546 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Renault | Steyr |
| Model | 5 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1950 mm |
