1999 AC Ace vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 26 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Ace weights approximately 375 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 1999 AC Ace. 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | AC | Steyr |
| Model | Ace | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1510 mm |
