1968 DAF 44 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 33 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 665 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
