1967 DAF 44 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 32 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 565 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | DAF | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 44 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 63 L |
