1967 DAF 44 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 34 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 530 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
