1967 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 517 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 Seat Leon (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
