2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1968 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 1968 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Ranger | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 1510 mm |
