1973 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 38 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 544 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 2011 Seat Altea. 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, 2011 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Steyr Haflinger | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Steyr | Seat |
Model | Haflinger | Altea |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 641 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 44 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2470 mm |