1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 900 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Lancia | Steyr |
| Model | Kappa | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |
