1968 Opel Commodore vs. 1963 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1968 Opel Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 576 kg more than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Commodore | 1963 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Opel | Steyr |
| Model | Commodore | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1510 mm |
