1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Colt (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 685 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, 1994 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1994 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Colt | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Plymouth | Steyr |
Model | Colt | 700C |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1950 mm |