1967 DAF 44 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 670 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | DAF | Subaru |
| Model | 44 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2624 mm |
