1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1973 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | Cabriolet | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1510 mm |
