1964 Morris Minor vs. 1964 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, both 1964 Morris Minor and 1964 Steyr Haflinger were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Morris Minor weights approximately 200 kg more than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Minor | 1964 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Morris | Steyr |
| Model | Minor | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1510 mm |
