1999 Proton Persona vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1999 Proton Persona 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Persona weights approximately 310 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 Proton Persona. 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 Proton Persona (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Persona | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Proton | Steyr |
| Model | Persona | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1510 mm |
