1968 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1990 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 276 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Steyr Haflinger | 1990 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Steyr | Suzuki |
| Model | Haflinger | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2490 mm |
