1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | GTA | 44 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
