1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1972 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 119 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750.
Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 750 (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Abarth | Steyr |
Model | 750 | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |