2000 Audi S3 vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 27 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 880 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.
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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Audi | Steyr |
| Model | S3 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1510 mm |
