1969 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Steyr Haflinger | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Steyr | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Haflinger | 164 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 641 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2670 mm |
