1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1965 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 40 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Austin | Steyr |
Model | A 40 | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 2840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 1510 mm |