1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1963 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 2 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 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 1963 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. 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, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1963 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Abarth | Steyr |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
