1968 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 10 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 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 526 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Steyr Haflinger | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | Haflinger | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2640 mm |
