2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 568 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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 Mondeo (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mondeo | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Mondeo | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |
