1968 Mini MK II vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1973 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini MK II would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mini MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mini MK II (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mini MK II should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Mini MK II.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mini MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 Mini MK II (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mini MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini MK II | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Mini | Steyr |
| Model | MK II | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
