1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 660 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Steyr 700C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Steyr |
| Model | Cutlass | 700C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1950 mm |
