1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger

To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 236 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 1972 Steyr Haflinger
Make Citroen Steyr
Model Visa Haflinger
Year Released 1986 1972
Engine Size 1579 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 27 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 44 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 654 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 2840 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1360 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 1510 mm