2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1966 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 41 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 470 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 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1966 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | Palio II | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1510 mm |
