2009 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 811 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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, 1969 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 (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Civic | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1510 mm |
