1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 17 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 270 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | Ritmo | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1510 mm |
