1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1981 Innocenti Mini is newer by 8 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 70 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 1981 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1981 Innocenti Mini (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Innocenti Mini | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Innocenti | Steyr |
| Model | Mini | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 1510 mm |
