1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 610 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1974 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1974 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | Levante | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1510 mm |
