1968 DAF 44 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 25 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 655 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 44 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
