1973 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1975 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Steyr Haflinger | 1975 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | Haflinger | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 641 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2410 mm |
