1971 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1972 Toyota Century is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1972 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Steyr Haflinger | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | Haflinger | Century |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2870 mm |
