2002 Honda Life vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 250 kg more than 1961 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Steyr 700C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Life | 700C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1950 mm |
