2002 Smart ForFour vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 29 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 316 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 2002 Smart ForFour. 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, 2002 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForFour | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Smart | Steyr |
| Model | ForFour | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1510 mm |
