2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1968 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 771 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1968 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | RX-8 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |
