1982 Audi 80 vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 13 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. 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 1982 Audi 80. 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, 1982 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Audi | Steyr |
| Model | 80 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1510 mm |
