1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
| Model | Charade | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1510 mm |
