1965 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1965 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Steyr Haflinger (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Trabant P 50 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 41 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr Haflinger | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Steyr | Trabant |
| Model | Haflinger | P 50 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
