1968 DAF 44 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 193 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 Seat Ibiza (86 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
