1963 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, both 1963 Steyr Haflinger and 1963 Steyr 500D were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Steyr Haflinger (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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 Steyr Haflinger (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Steyr Haflinger | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Steyr | Steyr |
Model | Haflinger | 500D |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |