2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 35 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 650 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 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
| Model | GT | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1510 mm |
