1969 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 38 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 837 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1969 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1969 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Steyr Haflinger | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Steyr | Volvo |
| Model | Haflinger | V50 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 641 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2650 mm |
