1968 Jeep CJ5 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 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jeep CJ5 | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Jeep | Steyr |
| Model | CJ5 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
