1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1970 DAF 44
To start off, 1970 DAF 44 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1970 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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1970 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Abarth | DAF |
| Model | 2400 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
