2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 805 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.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Premacy | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | Premacy | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1510 mm |
