1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 605 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
| Model | Spider | 700C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1950 mm |
