1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 2 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 316 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 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 124 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1510 mm |
