1969 DAF 44 vs. 1995 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1995 Lancia Dedra is newer by 26 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 415 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, 1995 Lancia Dedra (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1995 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 44 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
