1973 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Steyr Haflinger | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | Haflinger | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 641 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2510 mm |
