1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Steyr |
| Model | Lagonda | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 1510 mm |
