1970 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 250 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | DAF | Subaru |
| Model | 44 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
