2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 770 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Steyr 700C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Be Bop | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Renault | Steyr |
| Model | Be Bop | 700C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1950 mm |
