2001 Honda Legend vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1973 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1973 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Legend | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Legend | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 1510 mm |
