1966 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 41 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 141 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | DAF | Lotus |
| Model | 44 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 114 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
