1972 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 246 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Steyr Haflinger | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | Haflinger | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2440 mm |
