1967 DAF 44 vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 365 kg more than 1967 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, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 44 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
