1963 Honda S500 vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1971 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Honda S500 (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Honda S500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Honda S500 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, both vehicles can yield 45 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | S500 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
