1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 23 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 780 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 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
| Model | GTV | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1510 mm |
