2004 Opel Signum vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 910 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Opel | Steyr |
| Model | Signum | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1510 mm |
