2000 Ford Cougar vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 730 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Cougar | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Cougar | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |
