1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1963 Steyr 700C

To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 31 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), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 715 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.

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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ford Scorpio 1963 Steyr 700C
Make Ford Steyr
Model Scorpio 700C
Year Released 1994 1963
Engine Size 1998 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 540 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3190 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 1950 mm


 

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