1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1971 DAF 44 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 423 kg more than 1971 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 2000 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
