2004 Rover 45 vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 580 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 Rover 45. 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 Rover 45 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Rover | Steyr |
| Model | 45 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1510 mm |
