1996 Lotus Elise vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 33 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotus Elise weights approximately 165 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, 1996 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elise | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Lotus | Steyr |
| Model | Elise | 700C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1950 mm |
