1972 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 711 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 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Steyr Haflinger | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | Haflinger | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2720 mm |
