1969 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 29 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 420 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | DAF | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 44 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
