1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1963 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1963 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth 750 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 15 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750.
Because 1963 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 750. 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, 1957 Abarth 750 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1963 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Abarth | Steyr |
| Model | 750 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
