1969 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 875 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.
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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1969 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1969 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Steyr Haflinger | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Steyr | Kia |
| Model | Haflinger | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 642 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2640 mm |
