1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1968 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1968 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1968 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Abarth | Steyr |
| Model | 2200 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1510 mm |
