1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | Ritmo | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1510 mm |
