1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 642 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Steyr Haflinger (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Steyr Haflinger (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 500 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
