1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1968 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1968 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 151 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1968 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Lancia | Steyr |
| Model | Appia | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1510 mm |
