2005 AC Aceca vs. 1966 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 910 kg more than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1966 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | AC | Steyr |
| Model | Aceca | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1510 mm |
