1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1969 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Cortina weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Cortina | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1510 mm |
