1974 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 598 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Steyr Haflinger | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | Haflinger | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2610 mm |
