1968 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 30 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 470 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | DAF | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 44 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
