2006 Rover 75 vs. 1964 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1964 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1964 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 1964 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Rover | Steyr |
| Model | 75 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1510 mm |
