1964 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 486 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 1996 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Steyr Haflinger | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | Haflinger | Polo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2410 mm |
