1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Jazz (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Jazz weights approximately 46 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Honda Jazz (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Jazz | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1510 mm |
