1972 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1979 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Golf (50 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 96 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 1979 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1979 Volkswagen Golf (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Steyr Haflinger | 1979 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | Haflinger | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2410 mm |
