1983 Fiat 126 vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1983 Fiat 126 is newer by 10 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 650 cc (2 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Steyr Haflinger (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 65 kg more than 1983 Fiat 126. 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 1983 Fiat 126. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | 126 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
