1972 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 26 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 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 576 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 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Steyr Haflinger | 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | Haflinger | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2520 mm |
