2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 771 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.
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 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | Tribute | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1510 mm |
