1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1974 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 35 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Austin | Steyr |
| Model | A 35 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
