1968 DAF 44 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 315 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 Saturn SC (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | DAF | Saturn |
| Model | 44 | SC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
