1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fiesta (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 130 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1976 Ford Fiesta (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Fiesta | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1510 mm |
