1969 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 39 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1147 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | DAF | Hyundai |
| Model | 44 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
