2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 495 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 2008 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Fiesta | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 1510 mm |
