1967 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 583 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 Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 55 L |
