1970 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 895 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Polo (39 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 40 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 1976 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1976 Volkswagen Polo (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Steyr Haflinger | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | Haflinger | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2340 mm |
