1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Barchetta | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | Barchetta | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1510 mm |
