1967 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 392 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 Seat Ibiza (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| 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 | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
