2009 Honda Element vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,353 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 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 811 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1973 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1973 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Element | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 641 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 | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1510 mm |
