1968 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 40 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 645 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, 2008 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2642 mm |
