1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 21 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 305 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.
Because 1967 Steyr 700C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Steyr 700C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen C 15 | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | C 15 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1950 mm |
