1967 DAF 44 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 36 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 605 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (162 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
