1967 DAF 44 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 44 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2737 mm |
