1968 DAF 44 vs. 1981 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Alto is newer by 13 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 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 DAF 44 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1981 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | DAF | Suzuki |
| Model | 44 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2160 mm |
