2001 Mazda Demio vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2001 Mazda Demio is newer by 29 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Demio weights approximately 306 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 2001 Mazda Demio. 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, 2001 Mazda Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Demio | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | Demio | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1510 mm |
