1988 Fiat Vivace vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1988 Fiat Vivace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 216 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Vivace | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | Vivace | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1510 mm |
