1979 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 315 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 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | Accord | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1510 mm |