2006 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 33 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 625 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.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2006 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Audi | Steyr |
| Model | A6 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1510 mm |
