1968 DAF 44 vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 710 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | DAF | Kia |
| Model | 44 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
