1967 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 21 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 139 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, 1988 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | DAF | Lada |
| Model | 44 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
