1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1974 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1952 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 1900 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1510 mm |
