1968 DAF 44 vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2000 Lancia Zeta is newer by 32 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), 2000 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 895 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, 2000 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 44 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| 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 | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
