1949 Austin 16 vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1970 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Austin | Steyr |
| Model | 16 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1510 mm |
