1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1964 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1964 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 600 (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600.
Because 1964 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1961 Abarth 600 (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1964 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Abarth | Steyr |
| Model | 600 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
