1967 DAF 44 vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 3 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 145 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, 1970 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
