2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1971 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | S-10 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1510 mm |
