1969 DAF 44 vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 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, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm). This means 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | DAF | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 44 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
