1958 Austin A135 vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1970 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A135. 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Austin | Steyr |
| Model | A135 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 1510 mm |
