1968 DAF 44 vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 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, 1961 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 44 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
