1973 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 23 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Today weights approximately 60 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.
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, 1996 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1973 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1973 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Steyr Haflinger | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Steyr | Honda |
Model | Haflinger | Today |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 641 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 44 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |