1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1966 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1966 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 641 cc (2 cylinders), 1966 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Steyr Haflinger (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 600 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1966 Steyr Haflinger.
Because 1966 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Steyr Haflinger (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 1966 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 600 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
