1968 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 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 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 556 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.
Because 1968 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Steyr Haflinger | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | Haflinger | Corona |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2590 mm |
