1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, both 1972 AMC Ambassador 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1003 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 AMC Ambassador. 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 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1972 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1972 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | AMC | Steyr |
Model | Ambassador | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 1510 mm |