2009 Ford Focus vs. 1966 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 711 kg more than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1966 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Focus | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1510 mm |
