1968 DAF 44 vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 38 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), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 495 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | DAF | Skoda |
| Model | 44 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| 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 | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
