1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 10 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 370 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
| Model | Taft | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
