1979 Lada 1200 vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1979 Lada 1200 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lada 1200 weights approximately 295 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 Lada 1200. 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 Lada 1200 (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Lada | Steyr |
| Model | 1200 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1510 mm |
