1979 Simca 1100 vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1100 (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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 Simca 1100 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Simca | Steyr |
| Model | 1100 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1510 mm |
