1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1971 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 810 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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 Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
Model | Corvette | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 2840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1510 mm |