1964 Ford Consul vs. 1963 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1964 Ford Consul is newer by 1 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Consul (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Consul weights approximately 182 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 1964 Ford Consul. 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, 1964 Ford Consul (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Consul | 1963 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Consul | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1510 mm |
