1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1965 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 750 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
Model | Corvette | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 2840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1510 mm |