1967 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 38 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 755 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
