1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1969 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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 Fiat 1500 (109 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 1500 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1510 mm |
