1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1973 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Lancia | Steyr |
| Model | Aurelia | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1510 mm |
