1969 DAF 44 vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 195 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, 1985 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 44 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
