1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1966 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1966 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Lancia | Steyr |
| Model | Delta | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1510 mm |
