1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina weights approximately 355 kg more than 1968 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | Berlina | 44 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
