1969 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 30 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 652 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 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Steyr Haflinger | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | Haflinger | Bora |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 641 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2520 mm |
