1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1966 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 905 kg more than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1966 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Plymouth | Steyr |
| Model | Barracuda | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1510 mm |
