1968 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Steyr Haflinger | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | Haflinger | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2410 mm |
