1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1963 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1963 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1963 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 1900 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1510 mm |
