1967 DAF 44 vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1968 Lotus Elan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lotus Elan weights approximately 65 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, 1968 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | DAF | Lotus |
| Model | 44 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
