1996 Opel Frontera vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 700C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Frontera | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Opel | Steyr |
| Model | Frontera | 700C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1950 mm |
