1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1972 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Corvair | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1510 mm |
