2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 397 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 Jazz. 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 Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | Jazz | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1510 mm |
