1968 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 450 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 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | DAF | Rover |
| Model | 44 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
