1970 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1970 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Vauxhall Victor (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1958 Vauxhall Victor (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Steyr Haflinger | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Steyr | Vauxhall |
| Model | Haflinger | Victor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2500 mm |
