2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | 6 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 643 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1510 mm |
