2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 845 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.
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 Mazda Tribute (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | Tribute | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1510 mm |
