2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 742 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Hyundai Sonata (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Hyundai | Steyr |
| Model | Sonata | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |
