1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 448 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
| Model | Giulia | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1510 mm |
