1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1968 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1968 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1526 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 1968 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Austin | Steyr |
| Model | A 135 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 1510 mm |
