1965 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 684 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr Haflinger | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | Haflinger | Golf |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2520 mm |
