1975 Fiat 500 vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1975 Fiat 500 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 641 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Steyr Haflinger (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat 500. 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, 1973 Steyr Haflinger (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 500 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 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 |
