2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Lada | Steyr |
| Model | Kalina | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1510 mm |
