1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 988 kg more than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Corvette | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1510 mm |
