1969 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 05-Sep 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 730 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 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | DAF | Saab |
| Model | 44 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
