1968 DAF 44 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 100 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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
