1966 DAF 44 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Ascona weights approximately 184 kg more than 1966 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, 1984 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
