1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 16 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 1,069 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 250 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | 323 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1510 mm |
