1967 DAF 44 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 46 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 (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 672 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | DAF | Volvo |
| Model | 44 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
