2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 898 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 2007 Kia Sportage. 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Kia | Steyr |
| Model | Sportage | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1510 mm |
