1972 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1307 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Steyr Haflinger | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Steyr | Hyundai |
| Model | Haflinger | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2700 mm |
