1972 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1972 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 706 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 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Steyr Haflinger | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Steyr | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Haflinger | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2740 mm |
