2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1963 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 545 kg more than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1963 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Mini | Steyr |
| Model | Cooper | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1510 mm |
