1968 DAF 44 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 43 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 368 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | DAF | Citroen |
| Model | 44 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
