1963 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 758 kg more than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Steyr Haflinger | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | Haflinger | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2578 mm |
