1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1974 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 80 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1960 Abarth 700 (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Abarth | Steyr |
| Model | 700 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
