1967 DAF 44 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 220 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 44 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 45 L |
