2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1967 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Steyr 700C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | B2500 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 1950 mm |
