1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1970 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Steyr Haflinger (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 600 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, both vehicles can yield 45 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:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 600 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
