2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 408 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Hyundai | Steyr |
| Model | Accent | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1510 mm |
