2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1970 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 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Kia | Steyr |
| Model | Sportage | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1510 mm |
