1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger

To start off, both 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta and 1972 Steyr Haflinger were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 426 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 1972 Steyr Haflinger
Make Alfa Romeo Steyr
Model Alfetta Haflinger
Year Released 1972 1972
Engine Size 1779 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 122 HP 27 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 44 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 654 kg