1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1970 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 108 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Steyr |
Model | Electron | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 1510 mm |