2009 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 642 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 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1966 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Civic | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1510 mm |
