2002 Lada 2123 vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 30 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 2123 (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 671 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, 2002 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 2123 | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Lada | Steyr |
| Model | 2123 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1510 mm |
