1969 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 645 kg more than 1969 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Steyr Haflinger | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Steyr | Suzuki |
| Model | Haflinger | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 641 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2210 mm |
