1970 DAF 44 vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1970 DAF 44 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1970 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | DAF | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 44 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
