1969 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 36 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 775 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | DAF | Saab |
| Model | 44 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
