1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 12 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 515 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 1985 Ford Tempo. 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, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Tempo | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1510 mm |
