1967 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 41 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 305 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1090 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 |
