1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | Palio | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1510 mm |
