1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1966 DAF 44
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1966 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | Giulia | 44 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 114 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
