1967 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 40 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 860 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | DAF | Citroen |
| Model | 44 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
