1968 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 44 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 858 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3100 mm |
