2004 MCC ForTwo vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2004 MCC ForTwo is newer by 41 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC ForTwo (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 190 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, 2004 MCC ForTwo (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForTwo | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | MCC | Steyr |
| Model | ForTwo | 700C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
