1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1982 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 65 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 1982 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1982 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Fiesta | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1510 mm |
