1969 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 31 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 510 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 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Steyr Haflinger | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Steyr | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Haflinger | 146 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 642 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2550 mm |
