1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Vega | 44 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2260 mm |
