1965 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2001 Toyota Soarer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. 2001 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr Haflinger | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | Haflinger | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2630 mm |
