1968 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 37 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 483 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
