2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,137 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Caterham | Steyr |
| Model | 7 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1510 mm |
