1969 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | DAF | Kia |
| Model | 44 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2639 mm |
