2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1966 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 885 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 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1966 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Opel | Steyr |
| Model | Vectra | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1510 mm |
