1995 Renault Sport Spider vs. 1968 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1995 Renault Sport Spider is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Sport Spider weights approximately 276 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Sport Spider | 1968 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Renault | Steyr |
| Model | Sport Spider | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1510 mm |
