1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1971 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 710 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.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Falcon | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1510 mm |
