2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 864 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1972 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1972 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Pilot | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |
