2009 Honda Element vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 38 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 834 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | Element | Haflinger |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1510 mm |