1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Seville is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Seville (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Seville | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Steyr |
| Model | Seville | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1510 mm |
